Play With The Moon, a photo from Ile-de-France, North

Photographer's Note

The Alexandre III Bridge is one of the most beautifully decorated bridges in Paris.
This bridge is named after Tsar Alexandre III, father of Nicolas II in 1896, reflecting the special relationship between France and Russia. The bridge was completed in 2 years and inaugurated during the universal exposition of 1900, the architecture, exuberant feature are of the decorative art. At the each end of the bridge, there are two pairs of 17 m flanking socles, which provide stabilizing counterweight for the arch. The photographed socle is featuring golden Pegasus at the top. The day I was there sky was exceptionally blue making the gilded Pegasus stands out. Over the blue sky, there was the moon creating a picturesque relationship with the sculpture. It is very rare for me to use a telephoto lens, but this day I went out with it. It turned out quite practical for taking this simple photo.

PaulVDV, danos, siudzi, jlbrthnn, chanteuse, jhm, ingvar, Angshu, Kofman, Atousa, lakshmip1949 heeft deze opmerking als nuttig gemarkeerd

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PaulVDV (63024) 2011-08-26 23:47

Hello Nobu,
Well observed! It looks like the pegasus has just kicked the moon.
The gold of the statue shines well on that blue background.
Best regards, Paul

ikeharel (113501) 2011-08-27 1:07

Hi Nobu,
Great idea and well collected scene. There is a fine contrast between the golden statue, and the blue sky aloft with the moon watching.
Carved painted culumn's outlines is marvelous.
Enjoy your weekend.
Ike

danos (110407) 2011-08-27 1:10

Hello Nobu,
nice the view of the column with the golden Pegasus at the top as coexist perfect with the moon on the left.Excellent the light and the colour management.

Regards,Danos
PS thanks for your e-mail about the bouquet of the roses.

siudzi (34141) 2011-08-27 2:48

Hi Nobu,

I am a huge fan of the Alexandre III Bridge. It has an amazing architecture with lots of beautiful statues and decoration. You had a really great concept to take a shot of this well-known Paris's landmark. Like it very much!

Thanks for sharing.

Have a nice day!
Malgorzata

jlbrthnn (76043) 2011-08-27 3:12

Hello Nobu,
You took advantage with opportunity of the visibility of the Moon. The photo is at once spectacular, interesting and beautiful. I appreciate the composition, the light, the neatness, and the humor. Bravo.
Have a nice day
Cordially
Joël

sabermonajati (11537) 2011-08-27 4:24

hi
the moon near statue together exist nice composition.
regard
saber

chanteuse (210) 2011-08-27 10:39

Perfect spacing of the moon in relation to Pegasus! It does look as if they are playing a game. I like the square format and the slightly off-center placement of the column, and the sharp focus throughout. Simple but beautifully done. Bravo! :-)

peppe59 (14555) 2011-08-28 6:22

ciao Nobu,
This very beautiful composition with the moon in the background, perfect POV and contrast, excellent color.
compliments
peppe

batalay (41261) 2011-08-28 12:53

Hello Nobu,

This is a creative and very successful shot. The winged horse, Pegasus, is rearing, and pointing with his hoof at the moon. I think that judicious use of telephoto lenses work very well, and overdoing it would be unwise. This is beautifully composed and exposed.

Warm regards,

Bulent

jhm (211736) 2011-08-29 4:04

Hello Nobu,

Exactly or the horse tries the moon the give a kick with the front leg.
Excellent that you place the statue out of the middle.
Here get we a very high quality image with a wonderful composition.
Very well done, TFS.

Best regards,
John.

Angshu (56760) 2011-08-30 23:12

Hello Nobu-san
Well captured with the gilded Pegasus pointing towards the moon. The pillar is well placed off-centre against the perfect blue & clear sky. A simple theme, but well conceived & executed
With very best Regards
Angshuman

Atousa (7131) 2011-09-04 3:24

Salam Nobu,

I like the title you chose for this shot.. it is a creative work with great composition n nice details on the column.. well seen n captured.. tfs
Best regards, Atousa

yanastallerova (20) 2011-09-04 18:55

I love this photo because it makes me smile. "Spirit of play" is captured beautifully here. Thank you.

lakshmip1949 (19081) 2012-02-19 11:39

Hello Dear friend Nobu,

I read your note first before even looking at the image. This way, I understand what I see. I like the way you have placed the moon right in front of the Pegasus' hoof as if it has just kicked it. The sky is beautiful with no clouds and the golden color statue looks even more beautiful. I like the art work on the pillar. A very clever photo captured with perfection.

With warm regards,

Lakshmi